Yes, you can use your 401k to buy a house. But should you? This is your guide to understanding how it works and deciding if it’s a smart move for you. Yes, you can use your 401k to buy a house so long as the holder of your account allows you to withdraw or take …
A home inspection can be a pivotal part of your home buying or selling experience. It’s this very moment when the home’s health is confirmed, issues are revealed, and when renegotiations are common. No matter what side of the closing table you’re sitting on, it can be both an exciting and nerve-wracking part of the …
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The home buying process can be as frustrating as it is exciting. Having to pass up on two or even three dream houses because the time just isn’t right can be highly discouraging. After all, you and your partner have been putting in the hours and making cuts—all to ensure that your savings account is …
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Whether you’re buying a house or selling, you’ll need to be aware of any potential issues with the property. Familiarizing yourself with the seller’s disclosure form will benefit all parties—buyer and seller alike. What is a Seller’s Disclosure Form? A seller’s disclosure form, also known as a property disclosure statement, is a document provided by …
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When a house is under contract, it simply means that the seller has accepted the buyer’s offer, and both parties are holding up their responsibilities before closing. While it does mean everyone is contractually obligated to hold up their end of the deal, being under contract does not mean the sale is final. An offer …
You have a buyer and the buyer has a pre-approval letter or cash in the bank to purchase a home, great! But what happens when there are no listings or when properties fly off the market faster than you can even email them to a client? If you’ve worked in NYC, DC, SFO, or a …
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When you’re ready to buy a home in a city or urban area, you’re going to come across two acronyms: PUD and HOA. Although they seem similar, they serve different purposes and that is what we’re here to help you learn about. Below you will find everything you want to know about PUDs (Planned Urban …
After listing a home for a seller, you’ll speak with many buyers who are interested in the property. In some cases you’ll likely meet a buyer who’s serious about the transaction but doesn’t have an agent to represent them. There is a very likely chance they’ll ask you for advice and to also be their …
Whether you’re looking to buy or sell a property, or assist people in buying or selling property, you’re likely trying to figure out what the difference between a real estate agent and a realtor is. Although the terms are used interchangeably by many, there is a significant difference between them. Knowing the difference can be …
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When making an offer on a home, you want to stay under the maximum amount you’re willing to pay but high enough to outbid other sellers. You might also want a way to track other offers so that you can continuously outbid them to increase your chances of making the deal. This is what an …
